Adjunct Faculty - ACR

Oklahoma-State-University; Okmulgee (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

OSU-Institute of Technology is seeking an instructor to facilitate learning in the A/C Refrigeration Program within the School of Engineering & Construction Technologies. You will teach courses on ACR system applications, commercial and residential HVAC, and commercial refrigeration.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree, five years of commercial construction experience, and an HVAC Journeyman license, with strong communication and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five years of commercial construction industry experience.
• Teaching experience in Higher Education preferred.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with various constituencies.
• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.
• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• HVAC Journeyman license.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning for an associate in applied science degree and custom training programs in the A/C Refrigeration Program.
• Teach courses in ACR system applications, commercial and residential A/C and heating systems, and commercial refrigeration.
• Collaborate with various constituencies to support program success.
• Be able to travel and work some evenings and weekends as needed.

Skills

Ethical conduct

Construction experience

Teaching experience

Collaboration

Team player

Innovation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline

Tools

Microsoft Word

Job description

Campus

OSU-Institute of Technology

Contact Name & Email

Kelly Bailey, [e-mail]

Work Schedule

Variable schedule.

Appointment Length

12 months or less

Hiring Range

$ - $

Salary

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 2026-11-30 to ensure full consideration.

About this Position

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position will facilitate learning for an associate in applied science degree and custom training programs in the A/C Refrigeration Program within the School of Engineering & Construction Technologies, teaching courses in ACR system applications, commercial and residential A/C and heating systems, and commercial refrigeration.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate discipline from an accredited college or university
• Other combinations of education and industry experience may be substituted for degree requirement.

Experience:

• Proven history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
• Five years of evidenced commercial construction industry experience.
• Teaching experience in Higher Education preferred.
• Demonstrated success in collaborating with various constituencies.
• Additional post-secondary education beyond requirements may substitute for years of required experience.

Certifications, Registrations, and/or Licenses:

Licensure/Certification:

• Valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
• HVAC Journeyman license.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to plan, organize and fulfill complex initiatives.
• Computer skills to include electronic communications, word processing, and the ability to use specific software associated with the position are necessary.
• Ability to maintain high standards of work, initiative, commitment, ethics, professional responsibility and judgment.
• Superior interpersonal skills- including the ability to effectively recognize and resolve complex problems in a constructive manner.
• Must exhibit characteristics of a team player, willing to take initiative and assume responsibility.
• Ability to foster and support innovation and excellence.

Communication Skills:

• Must demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work some evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Travel required.
• Normal classroom and lab physical environment; ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to hazards including electrical systems, refrigerants, pressurized equipment, tools, noise, and other shop or laboratory environments.